2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 517 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tundra | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Tundra | Twingo |
Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |